Search Historic Hotels in Kampong Glam

You’re likely already making plans to see the sights of historical relevance during your trip to Kampong Glam. The major shopping area and top-notch restaurants are some of the places to visit while you’re here. During your stay in this culturally rich area, you can also relish a trip to the cafes.

Based on our travel expertise, PARKROYAL on Beach Road, Singapore is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Former City Hall is a short 3-minute drive away. A couple of other options near historic sites include Beary Best! Hostel Kampong Glam and Bond Boutique Capsule Hotel at Bugis - Hostel.

Kampong Glam has 41 hotels bookable on Expedia, including 8 historic hotels or hotels close to historic sites.

Favourite places to visit include Sultan Mosque, Haji Lane and Golden Mile Complex. In the area, you’ll also find Universal Studios Singapore and Johor Bahru City Square.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can stay in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Kampong Glam, giving a sense of history.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels tend to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Kampong Glam, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.